Our Credentials

Mike has significant experience in the financial services industry and knowledge of the retirement arena. He holds multiple prestigious designations and is a member of several financial and retirement-focused organizations.

He holds a Series 65 license as an Investment Advisor Representative, and is an independent insurance representative appointed with several companies. CA License #0708399.

Learn more about how Mike’s credentials and affiliations benefit his clients.

Credentials:

Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®)The retirement game is changing fast for financial professionals. Clients are focused on building a consistent and steady retirement income that will last. Advisors without this knowledge, or those with a limited approach, may not be able to offer a wide array of solutions. The RICP® credential is designed to provide advisors access to a wide range of retirement income planning ideas and strategies. The RICP® is considered one of the top tier designations for advisors, as it has fresh knowledge in the new and evolving retirement income planning field.

Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®)The Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) is considered to be one of the most respected designations of insurance expertise. This designation provides advisors with in-depth knowledge on the insurance needs of individuals, professionals, and business owners. With this designation, advisors are armed with the knowledge to make recommendations on aspects of risk management, provide guidance on types of life insurance, provide a holistic approach to addressing the insurance needs of clients, and assist clients in making decisions about estate and succession planning.

Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®)Through this program, advisors are prepared to meet the advanced financial planning needs of individuals, professionals, and small business owners. Advisors who have obtained this credential have received in-depth knowledge of the key financial planning disciplines, including insurance, investments, income taxation, retirement planning, and estate planning. The ChFC® is considered the highest standard of knowledge and trust in financial planning.

Accredited Estate Planner (AEP®)This designation recognizes estate planning professionals who meet special requirements of education, experience, knowledge, professional reputation, and character. As an AEP®, Michael has specialized knowledge of the inner workings of estate planning.

Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL®)This rigorous credential in the senior and retirement planning space provides knowledge on wealth accumulation, income distribution, and estate planning strategies for those who are preparing for or are in retirement. This designation helps advisors assist clients in making critical retirement decisions, including when to claim Social Security, how to take pension distributions, choosing annuities, and more.

Affiliations:

For over 25 years, Mike's been a member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, Million Dollar Round Table, National Association of Estate Planners and Councils, and the Society of Financial Service Professionals. He is an Accredited Business with the Better Business Bureau and a member in good standing with the National Ethics Association.

Michael is actively involved in the financial services and business industries, serving as a member of several organizations, including:

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The information provided by Hood Financial, LLC is not to be considered legal or tax advice. Consult with an attorney or tax professional regarding any specific legal or tax situation. Michael D. Hood is a Registered Investment Advisor with ARS Investment Advisors, Inc an SEC Registered Investment Advisor 563 West 500 South, Suite 240, Bountiful, UT 84010. All Advisory Services offered through ARS Investment Advisors, Inc.